Danielle Edwards

About Danielle Edwards

Seasoned and results oriented professional with 15+ years of experience in Contracts Management and Administration; with a proven track record in all phases of managerial operations, including the planning, design and development of solutions that contribute to the bottom line and strategic goals. Manage/oversee approximately $25M in contracts. Work involves researching, reviewing, interpreting and monitoring contracts to insure maximum service delivery, including contract process, penalties and compliance. Ability to handle multiple assignments, work well under pressure, and have the flexibility to assist team in meeting organizational demands on accelerated projects. Demonstrated ability in creating value for Internal employees and External customers, including networking with diverse cultures. Able to work in a multicultural environment with the ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels in the organization including directors, senior management and functional leaders. Mature understanding of complex organizations requiring decisiveness and diplomacy. Adept to work independently, plan and take initiative to accomplish objectives in a timely manner with minimum supervision. Expertise includes: grant writing, consulting, negotiating, problem solving, performance coaching, instructing – workshop facilitation. Proficient with Microsoft office programs. Specialties: Nonprofits Management, human services community organization, program development and/or management, program evaluation, contract management in the behavioral health: mental health field and Aviation, grant writing, event planning, contract administration and monitoring, sponsorship and fundraising letters, Certified Agency Buyer (CAB), and Specification Writing.

Experience

1. Bcad Liaison Officer - Emergency Response Team

   Broward County Government

   Jun 2015 — Present

Education

• Saint Thomas University

  Bachelor of Arts

  1992 — 1998

• Capella University

  MPA

  2010 — 2012

• Saint Thomas University

  MBA

  1992 — 1998

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Public Speaking
• Research
• Team Building
• Supervisory Skills
• Program Development
• Certifies Agency Buyer (Cab)
• Editing
• Customer Service
• Fundraising
• Nonprofits
• Non-Profits
• Outlook
• Analysis
• Management
• Event Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Microsoft Office
• Negotiation
• Grants
• Budgets
• Program Management
• Community Outreach
• Public Relations
• Grant Writing
• Specification (Specs) Writer
• Writing
• Project Planning
• Contract Management
• Customer Relations
• Government
• Administration
• Event Planning
• Coaching
• Problem Solving
• Teaching